About the certification
Stackable certifications are credentials awarded to candidates who complete a defined set of ITCERTS certifications within a specific career path. They validate comprehensive and integrated knowledge aligned with that specialization. Once the required combination is achieved, the corresponding stackable certification(s) are issued automatically.
The Certified Privacy Officer (CPO) certification requires the candidate to successfully pass 4 exams: ITC-074: Information Security Management (ISO/IEC 27001:2022) Foundation, ITC-185: ISO/IEC 27701:2025 Foundation, ITC-112: Privacy Framework (ISO/IEC 29100:2024) Foundation, and ITC-038: GDPR Foundation.
The exams may be taken in any order. Although there are no prerequisites for the exams, it is strongly recommended that candidates have at least six months of experience in the field of Privacy and Data Protection. Validate your knowledge of Privacy and Data Protection with the Certified Privacy Officer certification and take your career to the next level!
CERTIFIED PRIVACY OFFICER (CPO)
Earn 4 certifications and receive a stackable certification (designation).
CERTIFICATION DETAILS
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Type |
Stackable certification |
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Version |
v2 |
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Launch date |
October 27, 2025 (v2) |
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Certification prerequisites |
Successfully pass the following 4 exams: ITC-074: Information Security Management (ISO/IEC 27001:2022) Foundation, ITC-185: ISO/IEC 27701:2025 Foundation, ITC-112: Privacy Framework (ISO/IEC 29100:2024) Foundation, and ITC-038: GDPR Foundation. |
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Recommended experience |
Six months of experience |
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Validity period |
Lifetime |
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Certification Exemptions |
There are no exemptions for this stackable certification program. All required ITCERTS certifications must be completed in order to achieve the stackable certification. |
Frequently Asked Questions
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After purchasing an exam voucher, how much time do I have to take the exam?
After purchasing an exam voucher, candidates will have 180 days to take the exam.
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Does the exam voucher include a retake?
The exam voucher includes 2 retakes in case the candidate fails the first attempt.
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Are there any prerequisites to take the exams?
There are no prerequisites to take the exams. ITCERTS recommends that candidates have at least six months of work experience in the area that the certification exam covers.
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What is the exam retake policy?
If a candidate does not achieve a passing score on the first attempt, there is no waiting period between the first and the second attempt. If a candidate does not achieve a passing score on the second attempt, the candidate must wait at least 7 days before retaking the exam for a third time. A candidate may not take a given exam any more than three times per year (12 months).
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How do I register for an Online Proctored Exam?
Visit the Online Proctored Exam registration page to find complete instructions.
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Are there any mandatory training to take an exam?
Training is recommended as part of your certification preparation, but it is not mandatory.
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Which languages are the exams available in?
Our exams are currently available in English and Portuguese.
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Where can I take the exams?
Exams are delivered online (Online Proctored Exams) and can be taken from anywhere in the world.
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Do the ITCERTS certifications expire?
ITCERTS certifications are considered good-for-life and do not expire.
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How can a potential employer verify my certifications?
Your employer can verify your certification on our certification verification page. Your certification number will be needed in order to process the verification.
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